Comparison of Combined Sprint-Plyometric Training Versus Traditional Strength Training on Speed, Agility, Power, and Movement Quality in Intermediate Rugby Players: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Male and female athletes aged 18-25 years
A minimum of 2 years of structured rugby training experience
Actively training at least 3 hours per week
Medically cleared to engage in high-intensity physical activity
History of moderate or severe musculoskeletal injuries or surgery within the past 6-12 months
Not medically approved to engage in high-intensity physical activities
Cardiovascular or cardiopulmonary disease or risk factors that contraindicate high-intensity training
Participation in any additional structured strength or plyometric program outside the study protocol during the intervention period